Helping Your Child Succeed in the 11 Plus
Preparing for the 11 Plus isn’t just about studying—it’s about learning how to take the test effectively. At 11 Plus Ready, we provide expert test coaching and realistic exam practice to give children the best possible chance of success.
Our services include:
- In-Person Mock Tests
Experience real exam conditions with timed tests that build confidence and improve time management.
Get the results fast and by Subject.
- Printable At-Home Mock Tests
Practice anytime with high-quality, exam-style papers designed to identify strengths and weaknesses.
- Small Group Coaching Sessions
Focused teaching in a supportive, competitive environment that enhances skills, strategy, and confidence.
By combining knowledge, strategy, and real test experience, we ensure your child is fully prepared—not just for the 11 Plus, but for a lifetime of academic challenges.
Why we Do It
The Importance of Test Coaching in 11 Plus Preparation
Preparing for the 11 Plus is about more than just learning the subjects—it’s about understanding how to take the test effectively. Many bright students struggle not because they lack knowledge, but because they aren’t familiar with the exam format, don’t manage their time well, or misinterpret questions. This is where test coaching becomes a crucial addition to tuition.
The Power of Small Group Coaching
Healthy Competition and Motivation: One of the key advantages of small group coaching is the sense of competition it creates among peers. When children prepare for the 11 Plus in a group setting, they naturally compare their performance to others, which can be a powerful motivator.
Encourages Faster Progress: Seeing peers solve problems quickly or answer correctly can push students to improve their own speed and accuracy.
Boosts Confidence: When a child answers a difficult question correctly in front of others, it reinforces their self-belief and motivates them to keep improving.
Teaches Resilience: If a student gets a question wrong while others get it right, it teaches them to learn from mistakes and try harder next time.
Creates a Supportive Learning Environment: While competition is a factor, small group coaching also encourages teamwork—students share strategies, discuss different approaches, and learn from each other.
Prepares Them for the Real Exam: In a test environment, students are surrounded by others taking the same exam. Group coaching helps simulate this setting, making the actual test day feel more familiar and less intimidating.
Healthy competition, when guided correctly, can transform test preparation from a solo challenge into an engaging and motivating experience that drives students to perform at their best.
Why Mock Tests Matter
Mock tests are an essential part of preparation because they allow children to experience real exam conditions before the big day. Regularly sitting timed tests helps to:
- Reduce anxiety
- Identify weaknesses
- Improve time management
- Learning to Read Questions Properly
- How to spot keywords and avoid common traps